Paws of War Eastern NC Program SUP-003702-2026

The program's director explained the nonprofit serves veterans, active military, and first responders, training about 80 teams free of charge, and purchased the Pinetree Drive property so it can train indoors during bad weather.

The project engineer described a simple, low-impact design — building centered on the four-acre lot, heavy landscaping, stormwater compliance, and reuse of an existing driveway — and said it would be the lowest traffic generator on the street.

A commercial real estate appraiser authenticated her report, which found the proposed dog training use would not negatively impact surrounding property values.